Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $21.35 - $42.70 per hour (varies based on experience)
G.A. Rich & Sons is a family-owned company providing Commercial Plumbing, Process Piping, Site Utilities and Municipal Service throughout Illinois. We are seeking a full-time Plumber.
Membership in Plumbers Local 63 is required for this role. However, non-union candidates are encouraged to apply. If selected, you will be organized into the union in coordination with Local 63 leadership.
Pay will be based on how you place in local 63 based on your skillset, license, and testing. Local 63 wage rates are listed below :
- 1st year apprentice : $21.35 / hour
- 2nd year apprentice : $25.62 / hour
- 3rd year apprentice : $29.89 / hour
- 4th year apprentice : $34.16 / hour
- 5th year apprentice : $38.43 / hour
- Journeyman : $42.70 / hour
Benefits such as health and welfare and retirement will also be in alignment with local 63 guidelines.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Apprentice license required, plumbing license preferredStrong knowledge of Illinois State Plumbing CodeKnowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the work including safety protocolsHigh school diploma requiredConducts oneself in a professional manner with responsibility, integrity, accountability and excellenceDemonstrated ability to take initiative; always finds a way to be productive, takes pride in their workWorks well as a team member; places the success of the team above self interestDemonstrated ability to establish and manage priorities within the allotted hours for the jobConsistent trend of reliability; arrives at job site on time and ready to workConsistently demonstrates sound judgment in job responsibilitiesAsks appropriate questions, offers solutions to problems, effectively shares workplace concernsMust have ability to work with minimal supervisionProficient in reading blueprintsEssential Functions :
Communicate daily with the supervisor regarding attendance, hours worked, and job progressComplete daily tasks efficiently within budget, safety, and quality standardsReport any work or equipment safety issues immediatelyAssemble and install pipe sections, fittings, and fixtures using appropriate tools and materialsTest pipes and plumbing fixtures by filling with water or air to check for leaksReview blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work details and proceduresInspect structures to assess material and equipment needs and plan installations around obstructionsKeep detailed records of assignments and work reportsPerform calculations and planning for complex or large-scale jobsMeasure, cut, thread, and bend pipes using hand and power toolsInstall pipe assemblies, valves, appliances, and fixtures such as sinks and water heatersCut openings in structures for pipe installations and secure pipes with supportsRepair and maintain plumbing systems, including replacing parts and clearing clogsDirect workers in pipe cutting, preassembly, and system installationInstall underground piping systems and connect them to fixtures and plumbingAccurately complete time sheets and job documentationMaintain responsibility for assigned tools and equipment; report missing or faulty itemsAttend safety and training meetings and stay updated on industry trendsPerform other duties as assigned by the supervisorPhysical Demands :
Body Positions : Standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling and / or sitting to perform manual laborBody Senses : Use of vision and hearing to perform primary tasksAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to work for extended periods of time